Support Lead - Warehouse Weekend 12 Hour Day Shift

Sartori Cheese Brand•Plymouth, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the Distribution Support Lead include material handling and coaching and directing the Distribution Team Members on their respective shifts. The Support Lead will primarily be material handling while overseeing their team to satisfy our customers’ needs safely and efficiently through the distribution of finished goods based on customer specifications, quality, and schedule requirements. Support Leads are expected to be an example of high-quality workmanship and commitment to excellence through the support of a continuous improvement and customer focused culture. This position works Saturday, Sunday, Monday, 6am to 6pm.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency (ex: GED), required.
2-3 years of food manufacturing experience, preferably Distribution, highly desirable.
Knowledge of distribution processes, including receiving, storage, material flow, and shipping materials for maximizing effective distribution of cheese.
Basic understanding of lean principles and process improvement.
Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office and JD Edwards or other ERP system.
Leadership skills with the demonstrated ability to lead by example, motivate, direct and coordinate Team Members.
Decision making skills to make timely and informed decisions on off shifts.
Communication skills to convey information and expectations to the team.
Organizational skills to keep the team organized, ensure processes are following and documentation is maintained.
Ability to be flexible and open to change and helping the team adapt to new circumstances.
Internally trained and certified to operate forklifts.

Responsibilities

Fulfills the roles and responsibilities of a Material Handler.
Develops, trains, and motivates Team Members on the standards of their positions and their performance including position responsibilities, Safety Culture, quality, performance, and productivity metrics.
Leads, coordinates, and directs the efforts of a team of Material Handlers in daily activities to meet safety and production goals.
Serves as an example and coaches Team Members in all areas of performance, including attendance.
Collaborates with Distribution Team Leader in determining staffing levels through the timekeeping system and approving time off.
Functions as a Shipping Coordinator for off-shift shipments.
Manages the performance of the Material Handler team, including coaching Team Members when standards are not achieved and delivering effective Team Member performance reviews.
Participate in Root Cause problem solving and recommend Corrective/Preventative Actions.
Collaborates with the Team Leader, Logistics Manager, and QA Team regarding compliance to all product specifications, including trailer inspection audits, investigation and resolution of customer complaints and product return procedures.
Completes all documentation associated with essential job functions.
Communicates process challenges and production changes with distribution Team members.
Communicates changes in customer specifications and ensures compliance with the standard.
Participate as a member of HACCP, Food Defense and Safety teams.
Maintaining a safe and clean warehouse by using methods and techniques for cleaning and auditing. (5S)
Complies with all company policies, procedures, and programs, including Safety, Quality, HACCP and GMP’s.
Immediately reports any food safety or quality issues to management or other individuals authorized to initiate action.